Trumps

The first question we're often faced with: should I draw trumps? In reality it's probably correct to draw them immediately about 50% of the time, and to wait the other 50%. There's no perfect rule, but a few good guidelines will help you find the right approach:

Practise trumps in the trainer
Interactive practice hands

Work through it

  1. 1
    Drawing Trumps: A Simple Habit That Saves TricksFundamentals
  2. 2
    When Not to Draw Trumps: 3 Situations to DelayFundamentals
  3. 3
    Ruff in Dummy: Win Extra Tricks CheaplyFundamentals
  4. 4
    Cash Trumps Without Blocking: Keep Your Winners RunningFundamentals
  5. 5
    Drawing Trumps: Make the Right Plan and Avoid AutopilotAdvanced
  6. 6
    Count Winners in Trumps: Avoid Missed Tricks and Read the Trump LayoutAdvanced
  7. 7
    Cash Side-Suit Winners: Before drawing trumpsAdvanced
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